Jaafar Jackson has been cast in the upcoming action thriller Supermax alongside Will Smith, according to an announcement confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter. The film, directed by David Gordon Green, is being produced through Amazon MGM Studios and Miramax for eventual distribution on Prime Video.
Smith and fellow star AnnaSophia Robb are set to portray FBI agents investigating a homicide that takes place within a maximum-security prison facility. Jackson’s specific role in the project has not been detailed. The screenplay was developed by David Weil and David J. Rosen, both known for their work on the television series Hunter and Invasion.
Jackson joins the project following significant recognition for his lead performance in the Michael Jackson biopic Michael, which achieved over $1 billion in box office revenue for Lionsgate. The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua, was particularly noted for Jackson’s portrayal of his uncle, including his recreation of signature dance moves. Production on Supermax is expected to commence in the near term.
The action thriller is being produced by Alex Heineman and Andrew Rona of The Picture Company, as well as Smith through his Westbrook production company with Adam Fishbach. Jonathan Glickman, Alexandra Loewy, Thom Zadra, Spencer Ela, Weil, and Rosen serve as executive producers, with Natalie Weil in an associate producer capacity.
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